EU–US Trade Deal Brings Stability but Exposes EU Dairy’s Competitive Gap
By Prashant Tripathi The European Union has secured a new trade agreement with the United States that caps tariffs on most EU exports at a flat 15%, bringing welcome stability to exporters. But for the EU’s dairy sector, the deal is a mixed blessing: while it averts the threat of crippling tariff hikes, it also […]
EU Dairy Market Outlook 2025: Domestic Stability but Global Export Challenges
Dairy Dimension Exclusive – By Prashant Tripathi, Jordbrukare India The European Union’s latest dairy market outlook for 2025 highlights a sector showing internal stability but facing increasing pressure on global export markets. Milk deliveries are projected to rise modestly by 0.15%, supported by higher yields (+1.2%) and improved milk fat (+0.2%) and protein (+0.1%) content, […]
Bega Teams Up with Dutch Dairy Giant for A$2 Billion Bid to Acquire Fonterra’s Oceania Business
In a move set to reshape the regional dairy landscape, Bega Cheese, one of Australia’s largest dairy companies, has partnered with a Dutch dairy giant (believed to be FrieslandCampina) to lodge a joint A$2 billion (NZ$4 billion) bid for Fonterra’s Oceania consumer and foodservice business. The target portfolio includes iconic brands like Anchor, Mainland, Western […]
Lumpy Skin Disease Resurfaces in Maharashtra: Current Outbreak and Lessons from the Past
Fresh Outbreaks Reported in Maharashtra Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD), a highly contagious viral disease affecting cattle, has once again resurfaced in Maharashtra, with confirmed cases in Pune and Akola districts raising alarms across the dairy sector. Pune district: Over 900 cattle have tested positive, resulting in 15 deaths, while 591 animals have recovered, and nearly […]
Rising Global Dairy Demand May Trigger Nutrition Gaps and Climate Risks by 2030
Rising Dairy Demand May Deepen Nutrition and Climate Challenges by 2030 The global demand for dairy products is set to surge faster than any other agricultural commodity over the next decade. While this growth reflects economic progress in developing countries, it is also poised to exacerbate global nutrition challenges and climate change risks, according to […]
India-UK Free Trade Agreement: Historic Market Access Secured, Dairy Sector Fully Protected
Introduction The India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), finalized on May 6, 2025, marks a historic step toward deepening economic ties between the two nations. Described by the Indian government as a “historic and ambitious deal,” the FTA eliminates tariffs on 99% of Indian tariff lines, covering nearly 100% of trade value, and reduces tariffs on […]
🧪 Ammonia Leak at Mahananda Dairy Plant Contained Swiftly by Mumbai Emergency Teams
Mumbai | July 23, 2025 — A potentially dangerous ammonia gas leak at the Mahananda Dairy plant in Goregaon (East) was brought under control late Tuesday evening, thanks to a rapid multi-agency emergency response. The incident, which originated from a faulty valve on a 3,000-kg refrigeration tank, resulted in no reported injuries or casualties but […]
🌍 FrieslandCampina Delivers 25.7% Profit Jump Despite Market Challenges
Amsterdam | July 2025 – Global dairy cooperative FrieslandCampina has reported a strong financial performance for the first half of 2025, with operating profit rising 20.6% to €363 million, and net profit jumping 25.7% to €230 million, despite pressure on volumes and persistent global uncertainties. The growth was driven by robust demand in its Specialised […]
🌾 Early Monsoon Accelerates Kharif Sowing — Signals Relief for India’s Dairy Feed Supply Chain
Mumbai | July 2025 — An early and vigorous Southwest Monsoon has dramatically accelerated India’s kharif sowing season, reviving hopes for both the agricultural and dairy sectors after months of climatic uncertainty. As of July 21, farmers across the country have covered over 71 million hectares—nearly 65% of the season’s average target—marking a decisive upswing […]
📰 Ashok Chaudhary Elected New Chairman of GCMMF, Gordhan Dhameliya as Vice Chairman
Editorial Note: At Dairy Dimension, we are committed to accurate reporting for the dairy fraternity. A previous update on the GCMMF leadership transition contained incorrect details. We sincerely thank our vigilant readers for bringing this to our attention and helping us maintain the highest standards of credibility. Below is the correct and verified update on […]
